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WARNING
It is extremely dangerous to
ride in a cargo area inside a
vehicle. In a collision, people
riding in these areas are more
likely to be seriously injured or
killed.
Do not allow people to ride in
any area of your vehicle that is
not equipped with seats and
seat belts.
Be sure everyone in your ve-
hicle is in a seat and using a
seat belt properly.TERMSIt is important to familiarize yourself with
the following terms before loading your
vehicle:
CurbWeight (actual weight of your
vehicle) - vehicle weight including:
standard and optional equipment, flu-ids, emergency tools, and spare tire
assembly. This weightdoes notin-
clude passengers and cargo.
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) - curb
weight plus the combined weight of
passengers and cargo.
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rat-
ing) - maximum total combined weight
of the unloaded vehicle, passengers,
luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and
any other optional equipment. This in-
formation is located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) -
maximum weight (load) limit specified
for the front or rear axle. This informa-
tion is located on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. label.
GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating) - maximum total weight rating
of the vehicle, passengers, cargo, and
trailer.
Vehicle Capacity Weight, Load limit,Total load capacity - maximum total
weight limit specified of the load (pas-
sengers and cargo) for the vehicle.
This is the maximum combined weight
of occupants and cargo that can be
loaded into the vehicle. If the vehicle is
used to tow a trailer, the trailer tongue
weight must be included as part of the
cargo load. This information is located
on the Tire and Loading Information
label.
Cargo capacity - permissible weight of
cargo, the subtracted weight of occu-
pants from the load limit.
VEHICLE LOAD CAPACITYDo not exceed the load limit of your
vehicle shown as “The combined weight
of occupants and cargo” on the Tire and
Loading Information label. Do not exceed
the number of occupants shown as
“Seating Capacity” on the Tire and Load-
ing Information label.
To get “the combined weight of occu-
pants and cargo”, add the weight of all
VEHICLE LOADING
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occupants, then add the total luggage
weight. Examples are shown below.
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Steps for determining correct load
limit1. Locate the statement “The combined
weight of occupants and cargo should
never exceed XXX kg or XXX lbs” on
your vehicle’s placard.
2. Determine the combined weight of the
driver and passengers that will be
riding in your vehicle.
3. Subtract the combined weight of the
driver and passengers from XXX kg or
XXX lbs.
4. The resulting figure equals the avail-
able amount of cargo and luggage
load capacity. For example, if the XXX
amount equals 1400 lbs. and there will
be five 150 lb. passengers in your
vehicle, the amount of available cargo
and luggage load capacity is 650 lbs.
(1400 − 750 (5 x 150) = 650 lbs.) or
(640 − 340 (5 x 70) = 300 kg.)
5. Determine the combined weight of
luggage and cargo being loaded onthe vehicle. That weight may not safely
exceed the available cargo and lug-
gage load capacity calculated in Step
4.
6. If your vehicle will be towing a trailer,
load from your trailer will be trans-
ferred to your vehicle. Consult this
manual to determine how this reduces
the available cargo and luggage load
capacity of your vehicle.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your
vehicle. See “Measurement of Weights”
later in this section.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the Tire and Loading Informa-
tion label.
LOADING TIPSThere are tie down hooks located in the
cargo area. The tie down hooks can be
used to secure cargo with ropes or other
types of straps.
The GVW must not exceed GVWR or
GAWR as specified on the
F.M.V.S.S./C.M.V.S.S. certification la-
bel.
Do not load the front and rear axle to
the GAWR. Doing so will exceed the
GVWR.
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WARNING
Properly secure all cargo with
ropes or straps to help prevent
it from sliding or shifting. Do
not place cargo higher than the
seatbacks. In a sudden stop or
collision, unsecured cargo
could cause personal injury.
Do not load your vehicle any
heavier than the GVWR or the
maximum front and rear
GAWRs. If you do, parts of your
vehicle can break, tire damage
could occur, or it can change
the way your vehicle handles.
This could result in loss of con-
trol and cause personal injury.
Overloading not only can
shorten the life of your vehicle
and the tire, but can also cause
unsafe vehicle handling and
longer braking distances. Thismay cause a premature tire fail-
ure which could result in a seri-
ous accident and personal in-
jury. Failures caused by
overloading are not covered by
the vehicle’s warranty.
PAYLOAD WEIGHT CAPACITYThe payload weight capacity is the maxi-
mum total weight of passengers, optional
equipment (air conditioning, trailer hitch,
etc.) and cargo that your vehicle is de-
signed to carry.
Before driving a loaded vehicle, confirm
that you do not exceed the Gross Vehicle
Weight Rating (GVWR) or the Gross
Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) for your
vehicle. See “Vehicle loading informa-
tion” earlier in this section for details.
Also check tires for proper inflation pres-
sures. See the tire and loading informa-
tion label affixed to the driver’s door
center pillar.
Payload Weight Capacity Unit: lb(kg)
VQ35DE
2WD AWD
US1,050
(475)1,050
(475)
Canada1,070
(485)1,070
(485)MEASUREMENT OF WEIGHTSSecure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of
your vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded,
drive to a scale and weigh the front and
the rear wheels separately to determine
axle loads. Individual axle loads should
not exceed either of the gross axle weight
ratings (GAWR). The total of the axle
loads should not exceed the gross ve-
hicle weight rating (GVWR). These rat-
ings are given on the vehicle certification
label. If weight ratings are exceeded,
move or remove items to bring all weights
below the ratings.
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WARNING
Overloading or improper loading of a
trailer and its cargo can adversely affect
vehicle handling, braking and perfor-
mance and may lead to accidents.
CAUTION
Do not tow a trailer or haul a heavy
load for the first 500 miles (800 km).Your engine, axle or other parts
could be damaged.
For the first 500 miles (800 km) that
you tow a trailer, do not drive over 50
mph (80 km/h) and do not make
starts at full throttle. This helps the
engine and other parts of your ve-
hicle wear in at the heavier loads.
Your new vehicle was designed to be used
primarily to carry passengers and cargo. Re-
member that towing a trailer will place additional
loads on your vehicle’s engine, drive train, steer-
ing, braking and other systems.
A NISSAN Towing Guide (U.S. only) is available
on the website at www.nissanusa.com. This
guide includes information on trailer towing ca-
pability and the special equipment required for
proper towing.
MAXIMUM LOAD LIMITS
Maximum trailer loadsNever allow the total trailer load to exceed the
value specified in the Towing Load/Specification
Chart found later in this section. The total trailer
load equals trailer weight plus its cargo weight.When towing a trailer load of 1,000 lbs. (454
kg) or more, trailers with a brake system
MUST be used.
The maximum GCWR (Gross Combined Weight
Rating) should not exceed the value specified in
the following Towing Load/Specification Chart.
The GCWR equals the combined weight of the
towing vehicle (including passengers and cargo)
plus the total trailer load.
Towing loads greater than specified or using
improper towing equipment could adversely af-
fect vehicle handling, braking and performance.
The ability of your vehicle to tow a trailer is not
only related to the maximum trailer loads, but
also the places you plan to tow. Tow weights
appropriate for level highway driving may have to
be reduced on very steep grades or in low
traction situations (for example, on slippery boat
ramps).
Temperature conditions also can affect towing.
For example, towing a heavy trailer in high
outside temperatures on graded roads can af-
fect engine performance and cause overheating.
The transmission high fluid temperature protec-
tion mode, which helps reduce the chance of
transmission damage, could activate and auto-
matically decrease engine power. Vehicle speed
may decrease to 40 to 50 MPH (65 to 80 km/h)
under high load. Plan your trip carefully to ac-
CA0009
TOWING A TRAILER
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count for trailer and vehicle load, weather, and
road conditions.
WARNING
Overheating can result in reduced en-
gine power and vehicle speed. Also,
when the high temperature mode oper-
ates, vehicle speed may be gradually
reduced. The reduced speed may be
lower than other traffic, which could
increase the chance of a collision. Be
especially careful when driving. If nec-
essary, pull to the side of the road at a
safe place and allow the engine to cool
or the transmission to return to normal
operation.
CAUTION
Vehicle damage resulting from im-
proper towing procedures is not cov-
ered by NISSAN warranties.
Tongue loadKeep the tongue load between 9 to 11 percent
of the total trailer load within the maximum
tongue load limits shown in the following Towing
Load/Specifications Chart. If the tongue load
becomes excessive, rearrange cargo to allow for
proper tongue load.
Maximum gross vehicle weight/
maximum gross axle weightThe gross vehicle weight of the towing vehicle
must not exceed the gross vehicle weight rating
(GVWR) shown on the F.M.V.S.S. certification
label. The gross vehicle weight equals the com-
bined weight of the unloaded vehicle, passen-
gers, luggage, hitch, trailer tongue load and any
other optional equipment. In addition, front or
rear gross axle weight must not exceed the
gross axle weight rating (GAWR) shown on the
F.M.V.S.S. certification label.
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TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART
TOWING LOAD/SPECIFICATION CHART
Unit: lb(kg)
MODEL
WEIGHTVQ35DE
CVT
MAXIMUM TRAILER WEIGHT*1 3,500 (1,588)
MAXIMUM TONGUE LOAD 350 (159)
GROSS COMBINED WEIGHT RATING 8,100 (3,674)
RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT*2 Sway Control Device (SCD)
*1: All towing above 1,000 lb (454 kg) requires the use of trailer brakes. NISSAN recommends the use of
a tandem axle trailer whenever towing above 3,000 lb (1,361 kg).
*2: A sway control device is recommended for all towing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Sway control devices
are not offered by NISSAN. See a professional trailer/hitch outlet for a properly designed sway control
device for your trailer.
TOWING SAFETY
Trailer hitchChoose a proper hitch for your vehicle and
trailer. Make sure the trailer hitch is securely
attached to the vehicle, to help avoid personal
injury or property damage due to sway caused
by crosswinds, rough road surfaces or passing
trucks.Hitch ballChoose a hitch ball of the proper size and weight
rating for your trailer:
The required hitch ball size is stamped on
most trailer couplers. Most hitch balls also
have the size printed on top of the ball.
Choose the proper class hitch ball based on
the trailer weight.
The diameter of the threaded shank of the
hitch ball must be matched to the ball mount
hole diameter. The hitch ball shank should be
no more than 1/16″smaller than the hole in
the ball mount.
The threaded shank of the hitch ball must be
long enough to be properly secured to the
ball mount. There should be at least 2 threads
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Class I hitchClass I trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 2,000 lb(909 kg).Class II hitchClass II trailer hitch equipment (receiver, ball
mount and hitch ball) can be used to tow trailers
of a maximum weight of 3,500 lb(1,510 kg).
CAUTION
Special hitches which include frame
reinforcements are required for tow-
ing above 2,000 lb (907 kg). Suitable
genuine NISSAN hitches for pickup
trucks and sport utility vehicles are
available at a NISSAN dealer.
Do not use axle-mounted hitches.
The hitch should not be attached to
or affect the operation of the impact-
absorbing bumper.
Do not modify the vehicle exhaust
system, brake system, etc. to install atrailer hitch.
After the hitch is removed, seal the
bolt holes to prevent exhaust fumes,
water or dust from entering the pas-
senger compartment.
Regularly check that all trailer hitch
mounting bolts are securely
mounted.
To reduce the possibility of addi-
tional damage if your vehicle is
struck from the rear, where practical,
remove the hitch and/or receiver
when not in use.
Tire pressuresWhen towing a trailer, inflate the ve-
hicle tires to the recommended cold
tire pressure indicated on the Tire and
Loading Information label.
Trailer tire condition, size, load rating
and proper inflation pressure should
be in accordance with the trailer and
tire manufacturers’ specifications.
Safety chainAlways use a suitable chains between your
vehicle and the trailer. The safety chains should
be crossed and should be attached to the hitch,
not to the vehicle bumper or axle. Be sure to
leave enough slack in the chain to permit turning
corners.Trailer lights
CAUTION
When splicing into the vehicle electrical
system, a commercially available
power-type module/converter must be
used to provide power for all trailer
lighting. This unit uses the vehicle bat-
tery as a direct power source for all
trailer lights while using the vehicle tail
light, stoplight and turn signal circuits
as a signal source. The module/
converter must draw no more than 15
milliamps from the stop and tail lamp
circuits. Using a module/converter that
exceeds these power requirements may
damage the vehicle’s electrical system.
See a reputable trailer dealer to obtain
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Chimes
Audible reminders............................................... 2-16
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Circuit breaker, Fusible link .................................... 8-22
Cleaning exterior and interior .......................... 7-2, 7-4
Clock (models with navigation
system) .................................................................. 4-4, 4-9
Clock (models without navigation
system) ......................................................................... 4-18
Coin box ...................................................................... 2-31
Cold weather driving ................................................ 5-34
Compact Disc (CD) changer (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-42
Compact Disc (CD) player (See audio
system) ......................................................................... 4-36
Compass display ......................................................... 2-6
Console box................................................................ 2-34
Continuously variable transmission (CVT)
indicator light .............................................................. 2-14
Control panel buttons (models with navigation
system) ......................................................................... 4-11
Control panel buttons (models without
navigation system) ....................................................... 4-2
Controls
Control panel buttons (display with
navigation system) .............................................. 4-11
Control panel buttons (display without
navigation system) ................................................ 4-2
Heater and air conditioner controls
(automatic)............................................................ 4-23
Coolant
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8Corrosion protection ................................................... 7-5
Cover, Tonneau cover .............................................. 2-37
Cruise control............................................................. 5-22
Cruise set indicator light ......................................... 2-14
Cup holders ................................................................ 2-32
CVT fluid...................................................................... 8-12
CVT, Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ............................................................. 5-13
D
Daytime running light system ................................. 2-25
Defroster switch, Rear window and outside mirror
defroster switch ......................................................... 2-22
Dimensions and weights ............................................ 9-8
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
With navigation system............................................ 4-11
Display controls (See control panel buttons),
Without navigation system ........................................ 4-2
Door open warning light .......................................... 2-11
Door pockets .............................................................. 2-36
Drive belts ................................................................... 8-16
Drive positioner .......................................................... 3-33
Driving
All-wheel drive (AWD) ...................................... 5-25
Cold weather driving ......................................... 5-34
Driving with CVT (Continuously Variable
Transmission) ....................................................... 5-13
On-pavement and offroad driving ..................... 5-6
Precautions when starting and driving ............ 5-2
Safety precautions ................................................ 5-6E
Economy, Fuel............................................................ 5-24
Emergency unlock lever........................................... 3-25
Emission control information label ........................ 9-10
Emission control system warranty......................... 9-24
Engine
Before starting the engine................................ 5-12
Break-in schedule............................................... 5-24
Capacities and recommended fuel/
lubricants ................................................................. 9-2
Changing engine coolant .................................... 8-9
Changing engine oil ........................................... 8-10
Changing engine oil filter ................................. 8-11
Checking engine coolant level........................... 8-8
Checking engine oil level .................................... 8-9
Coolant temperature gauge ............................... 2-5
Engine block heater ........................................... 5-35
Engine compartment check locations.............. 8-7
Engine cooling system ......................................... 8-8
Engine oil................................................................. 8-9
Engine oil and oil filter recommendation......... 9-5
Engine oil viscosity ............................................... 9-5
Engine serial number ......................................... 9-10
Engine specifications ........................................... 9-7
If your vehicle overheats ................................... 6-11
Starting the engine............................................. 5-13
Entry/exit function, Automatic drive
positioner ..................................................................... 3-33
Event data recorders ................................................ 9-26
Exhaust gas (Carbon monoxide).............................. 5-2
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U
Underbody cleaning .................................................... 7-3
Uniform tire quality grading .................................... 9-23
V
Valet key (for Intelligent Key system) ................... 3-23
Vanity mirror light ...................................................... 2-44
Vehicle
Dimensions and weights ..................................... 9-8
Identification number (VIN) ................................. 9-9
Loading information............................................ 9-13
Recovery (freeing a stuck vehicle) ................. 6-15
Security system ................................................... 2-17
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) off
switch..................................................................... 2-29
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) system ...... 5-32
Vehicle electronic systems...................... 4-7, 4-16
Ventilators.................................................................... 4-21
W
Warning labels, Air bag warning labels .............. 1-55
Warning light
Air bag warning light .............................. 1-56, 2-13
All-wheel drive (AWD) warning light................ 2-9
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) warning
light......................................................................... 2-10
AWD warning light ............................................. 5-27
Brake warning light ............................................ 2-10
Door open warning light ................................... 2-11
Intelligent Key warning light ............................. 2-11Low fuel warning light ....................................... 2-12
Low tire pressure warning light ...................... 2-12
P position selecting warning light .................. 2-13
Seat belt warning light and chime ................. 2-13
Warning lights .............................................................. 2-9
Warning, Hazard warning flasher switch ............ 2-27
Warning, Tire pressure monitoring system
(TPMS) ........................................................................... 5-3
Warning, Warning/indicator lights and audible
reminders ....................................................................... 2-9
Warranty, Emission control system warranty ..... 9-24
Washer switch
Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-21
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-20
Washing ......................................................................... 7-2
Waxing............................................................................ 7-2
Weights (See dimensions and weights) ............... 9-8
Wheel/tire size.............................................................. 9-8
Wheels and tires ....................................................... 8-29
Cleaning aluminum alloy wheels ....................... 7-3
Window washer fluid ............................................... 8-14
Window(s)
Cleaning................................................................... 7-3
Power windows................................................... 2-38
Windshield wiper and washer switch .................. 2-20
Wiper
Rear window wiper and washer switch........ 2-21
Rear window wiper blade................................. 8-20
Windshield wiper and washer switch ........... 2-20
Wiper blades ....................................................... 8-18X
Xenon headlights....................................................... 2-22
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